How To Fix HRPAYAT_3238014 - Last action is not 'Left company': & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAT_3238 - 'Payment After Leaving A' Infotype

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Last action is not 'Left company': & & & &

What causes this issue?

In the last valid personnel action saved in the <LS>Actions</> (0000)
infotype, the employee does not have the employment status <LS>Left
company</>.
In order to enter employee data in the <LS>Payment After Leaving A</>
(3238) infotype, you must have executed the <LS>Leaving</> personnel
action (with Status2 = 0) for the employee.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

You cannot enter data in the <LS>Payment After Leaving A</> (3238)
infotype.

How to fix this error?

You want to enter data in the <LS>Payment After Leaving A</> (3238)
infotype, but you have not yet executed the <LS>Leaving</> personnel
action:
First, execute the <LS>Leaving</> personnel action and save the <LS>
Actions</> (0000) infotype record. You can then enter data in the <LS>
Payment After Leaving A</> (3238) infotype.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAT_3238014 - Last action is not 'Left company': & & & & ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAT_3238014, which states "Last action is not 'Left company': & & & &", typically occurs in the context of personnel administration in SAP HR (Human Resources) when there is an issue with an employee's status in the system. This error indicates that the last action recorded for the employee is not a termination action, which is required for certain processes, such as processing a final payroll or executing a specific action related to the employee's exit from the company.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Last Action: The last action recorded for the employee is not a termination or "Left company" action. This could happen if the employee's record was not updated correctly or if the wrong action was selected during the last personnel action.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's data, such as missing or incorrect infotype records that are required for processing the termination.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that requires a specific sequence of actions to be followed, and the last action does not meet those requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Last Action: Review the employee's personnel actions to confirm what the last action was. You can do this by navigating to the employee's master data and checking the action history.
  Update Last Action: If the last action is incorrect, you may need to perform a correction. This could involve changing the last action to a termination action if the employee has indeed left the company.
  Process Termination: If the employee has left the company, ensure that you process the termination correctly. This may involve executing the appropriate personnel action (e.g., "Leave Company") in the system.
  Review Infotypes: Check the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT 0000, IT 0001, IT 0002) to ensure that all necessary data is complete and accurate.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's HR policies to ensure compliance with the required processes for employee termination.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit employee records, or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to initiate personnel actions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling personnel actions.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to employee records and execute personnel actions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.